Communicate the quantitative message and story

Course outline

Data Visualizations are used to display and present quantitative information. Numbers are usually presented in tables and graphs, but few are properly designed, resulting not only in poor communication, but at times in miscommunication.

Designing effective data visualizations is an art, but not impossible. By understanding the simple principles and gaining insight in how humans process visual information, you learn to design data visualizations that are easy to read and understand.

Using Stephen Few's book 'Show me the Numbers' we will dive into effective data visualization. You learn which principles to honour and how to apply important techniques to design tables and graphs that not only look good, but also communicate clearly. We will practice this extensively by (re)designing dashboards.

Course dates, locations and price

This course can be conducted as a tailormade- or an incompany training. Please contact us for more information.

Course Contents

Simple Statistics

Visual Perception and Graphical Communication

Roles of Tables and Graphs

Variations of Tables and Graphs

Table and Graph Design

General Design for Communication

Displaying Many Variables

Silly Graphs that are Best Forsaken

Telling Compelling Stories

Course material

Book 'Show Me the Numbers' of Stephen Few

Target Audience

Data Engineer

Information Analyst

Information Worker

End User

Do you have any questions?

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Netherlands: +31 318 501 119
Belgium: +32 15 286 370